The European Union has postponed the vote on a region-wide regulatory approval for Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) system, moving the date from October 6 to at least December. In response to the delay, Tesla is pursuing direct negotiations with individual member states to secure local permits.
Tesla confirmed it is working with authorities in Ireland to obtain authorization for FSD usage. The company noted that the system has already received regulatory approval in seven European markets, including the Czech Republic, which granted its permit earlier this week. Tesla is also in talks with other nations, such as Italy.
The Netherlands became the first EU country to approve the technology this spring, utilizing a specific exemption framework. Tesla aims to leverage real-world safety data from these markets and other regions to support its case for a unified EU-wide license. The company reported a 40 percent reduction in vehicle collisions in Australia and New Zealand during the first year of FSD availability.
Despite local approvals, a unified European permit faces opposition from influential member states like France and Sweden. These countries have raised concerns regarding the system's ability to exceed posted speed limits in certain scenarios. Consequently, Tesla owners in Ireland may gain access to the technology through local regulatory channels before a consensus is reached at the EU level.
Tesla's presence in Ireland continues to grow, with cumulative vehicle deliveries exceeding 15 000 units. Since the beginning of 2026, the company has registered over 2 729 new vehicles in the country. Additionally, Tesla is preparing to open a new retail center in the northern part of Dublin.
